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KMID : 1032220160110020003
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Journal of Korean Academy of Rural Health Nursing
2016 Volume.11 No. 2 p.3 ~ p.15
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Effects of a Web-based Education Program on Cognitive Function, Depression, and dementia Preventive Behavior among Elders in Communities
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Park Kyung-Soon
Ban Keum-Ok
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Abstract
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Purpose: This study was conducted to identify the effects of a convergent web-based educational program on cognitive function, depression, and dementia prevention behavior among elders living in the community.
Method: Participants were 16 elders over 65 years of age (8 in the experimental group and 8 in the control group). The educational program was given twice a week for 9 weeks.
Results: Cognitive function and dementia prevention behavior improved in the experimental group. Cognitive function and dementia prevention behavior were reduced in the control group compared to the results of the pre-inspection; however, no statistically significant difference was found. As homogeneity test was not conducted previously for the assessment of depression, the assessment was conducted based on covariates, Although no significant difference found between the two groups, depression level did increase in the control group.
Conclusion: Findings from this study indicate that the educational program prevented worsening of depression and was effective in reducing depression. For further assessment, it is necessary to conduct long-term research including a revision and supplementation of the contents and length of the program.
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KEYWORD
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Dementia, Cognitive Function, Depression
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